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Ubuntu Restricted Extras vs XMedia Recode

A side-by-side look at Ubuntu Restricted Extras and XMedia Recode. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Ubuntu Restricted Extras

Ubuntu Restricted Extras

Os & Utilities

Ubuntu Restricted Extras is a collection of software that includes support for common audio/video codecs, Flash, DVD playback, Microsoft fonts, and Java. It allows Ubuntu to play various media formats out-of-the-box.

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XMedia Recode

XMedia Recode

Video & Movies

XMedia Recode is a free, open source video transcoding software for Windows. It provides an intuitive interface for converting between various video/audio formats and encoding profiles with advanced settings for experienced users.

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